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A biography of the famous singer.

A biography of the famous Egyptian leader, tracing his rise to power, his part in the 1973 war with Israel, and his role in the peace process, which won him the Nobel peace prize.

Presents the life and legacy of the first African American Supreme Court justice.

Discusses the life of James Baldwin, his activism in civil rights, and the importance of his writings.

A biography, in text and photographs, of the colorful heavyweight champion who won a gold medal at the 1960 Olympics in Rome.

Examines the life of Lenin, founder of the Russian Communist Party and leader of the Bolshevik Revolution, discussing hisyouth and family, the origins of his revolutionary thinking, and his rise to power.

Discusses the childhood, education, social activism, and assassination of the noted civil rights leader.

Profiles the life of the legendary rock musician, including his upbringing, musical career, and devotion to humanitarian causes.

Profiles the childhood, education, interest in aviation, fame, tragedy, and controversy surrounding the first man to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.

Discusses the early life, London years, work, influence, and importance of William Shakespeare.